Knee osteoarthritis. Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: Participants in the experimental group will undergo Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching focusing on the knee flexors and extensors. The inter
Sponsors
Khyber Medical University, Peshawar
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
40 Years to 75 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Individuals aged between 40 to 75 years diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis based on clinical and radiographic criteria Patients experiencing moderate to severe knee pain with functional limitations for at least six months. Participants with a Kellgren-Lawrence grade II–III classification of knee OA. Individuals who have not received intra-articular steroid injections or undergone knee surgery in the past six months. Patients who are willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: OA patients who have received intra articular injections. Those with neurological disorders affecting lower limb function. Participants currently undergoing any other physiotherapy interventions targeting knee OA. Patients with severe knee deformities (varus/valgus) impacting normal movement mechanics. Individuals with a history of recent fractures, infections, or malignancy involving the knee joint.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The primary outcome variables are joint mobility in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Timepoint: Assessments will be conducted at baseline (pre-intervention) and after four weeks (post-intervention) following the final treatment session. The outcome assessor, who is blinded to group allocation, will perform all measurements to ensure objectivity. Method of measurement: Joint mobility will be measured using a goniometer to assess knee range of motion (ROM). | — |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Public ContactSarmad Khattak
Rehman Medical Institute, Peshawar
Outcome results
None listed